Coping with our daughter's new face - BBC News

Katie and her parents describe what it has been like adjusting to life since she underwent a face transplant last year.
Colm Flynn interviewed the family in Cleveland, where the 22-year-old is recovering.
Edited by Angélica M Casas
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[@stukale9979]

The scary part of attempting suicide is surviving it. Then having to live with such horrific consequences.

[@carolynaitken7632]

Chibougamee men pay the highest toll? You cannot generalise like that one could say more men top themselves then women but more women lose their life’s at the hands of men including millions of unborn baby girls the world over in China there is a desperate shortage of women because of female infanticide and as far a feminism is concerned it’s simply just a reaction as a result of male domination and brutally, I don’t believe in the feminist movement because I don’t like extremists and it’s also a case of 2 wrongs don’t make a right!!! However this stuff about men always paying the highest price is not true but they certainly have paid a price, but not the highest.

[@MissPixie71]

Exactly! And she didn’t even think about the pain this would cause her parents. Very selfish thing to do.

[@drenee1416]

@@MissPixie71 I HATE when people say this. People are not trying to be selfish when they committ suicide, they LITERALLY believe people will be better off without them. If you've never dealt with mental health issues YOURSELF (knowing someone who has is absolutely not the same thing) you have absolutely no idea what goes on in their head, so stop judging a******.

[@stukale9979]

Deidra Smith Hi. I'm not judging. Im juss pointing out that not everyone succeeds whn attempting suicide. Many survive and are faced wth permanent consequences of their actions..💖

[@Raven-mp7bv]

Susana Candelmo selfish to expect a person to live their entire life for another person

[@wsurfs]

NO boyfriend....NO girlfriend...No breakup is worth ruining yourself...!! Life is hard enough...!! TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOURSELF...!!

[@EspectroUrbano]

Thought the same. That guy she broke up with probably never gave a shit to begin with. He went to live his life, whether it was a good or bad life without regrets, happily, while this fool most likely left her family in debt. But hey she survived. I hope she realized no person is worth a bullet to the face.

[@Purple-cr5ub]

😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@thawdani]

MGTOW

[@mist__4974]

@peter lustig ?

[@mist__4974]

@@thawdani ?

[@thewreathmeshine]

"Never make a temporary situation permanent." I always speak this to my son.

[@voxlibertatis1591]

Thank you, your comment is what I really needed now!

[@sun.7796]

​@voxlibertatis1591 this exact phrase always helps me too. write it down and keep it with you always, so you never forget. ♡

[@1981cvalentine]

I tried taking my life in 2010 and they they actually lost me for a minute. When they resuscitated me and I remember at the time being so angry that they didn’t just let me die. I ended up in ICU and hospitalized for almost a month. At that time I truly did not want to be here because the pain I was In Was so unbearable that I didn’t think that it would ever go away. I’m so glad the paramedics saved me. To this day I wish I could track them down and thank them. And every day I’m so grateful to be here. Things can get better. I’m 40 now and I’m probably the happiest And healthiest I’ve ever been in my life and I’m doing all the things that I love that I put off for years due to depression.. I don’t know who needs to hear this, but Don’t ever give up!. It might not seem like it in the moment, but it will get better❤️ life’s a rollercoaster full of ups and downs. But it’s beautiful.

[@candypal700]

You are a strong person Candice...You didn’t let depression take over you and found peace and harmony looking forward on the things you love to do...Good on you....🌞🌻🌞

[@jbmaitre5758]

I have been having suicidal thoughts for quite some time now - it's the opposite for me I am 47 now lots of health problems, since covid I have no more social life all that is left is for me to choose which way to go...

[@candypal700]

@@jbmaitre5758 ...You are not alone..Me too had suicidal thoughts for a long time and now don’t have any at all..I have been taking Cymbalta since the beginning of this year..I have health problems as well with one that really stands out is burning, stinging pain in my stomach because of an abdominal large mesh was implanted years ago..So now I have a mesh clinic investigating my problem..Don’t give up, don’t lose hope..Life is worth living for every second of the day as we only get one life on this earth...Talk to your doctor, Psychologist that’s what they are there for..As for the COVID-19, this is only temporarily and things will get better eventually in time..Do things yourself in the meantime, listen to music, read a book, go for a walk..I hope things get better for you..🙏

[@jbmaitre5758]

@@candypal700 Thank you ever so much for your reply I am truly sorry to hear about your abdominal large mesh problem - it sounds terribly painful; I am having a challenging time enjoying life - now that the weather is a bit cooler, I am going to try and force myself to go for a walk - it's just a drag to do things on my own all the time, I hope things do get better in the near futur and I might try and find a new doctor... Candy Pal I truly thank you for taking some time and writing a positive & kind reply I might actually sleep a little better thanks to you take care & keep safe xxx

[@jbmaitre5758]

@S. M That is ever so sweet of you thank you I appreciate your kind message take care.

[@amazingsupergirl7125]

If you’re a struggling teenager, please believe me that in five years those problems will mean so little to you that you’ll barely remember them.

[@halesm5720]

no truer words have ever been written in a youtube comment.

[@lvega5606]

This is so true. I remember feeling so hurt from a breakup that I thought my heart was just going to stop on its own. And today, a few years later, I couldnt care less about that relationship. Dont do something impulsive, wait it out, and someday you wont believe you were ever sad about that situation.

[@flagerdevil]

Well, that certainly depends on the problem!

[@paulafernandes6875]

Ain't that the truth I used to tell my daughter that all the time

[@imnotreallyjess4318]

the problems will barely be remembered...if you treat your depression

[@mel...s]

Yeah her face is better but what about her mental state? I pray this lady is getting treatment

[@aishaazalea937]

Tbh me too. But she seems really positive and strong. She's full of light and hope❤

[@poizzonpizza6536]

So you say she tried to kill herself for attention? You know that the attention would be pretty useless if she was dead..

[@franciafrancia2481]

@@Thechristianremnantnomad People who self harm are the ones seeking attention...People who take a shotgun and blow their heads point blank just want to die and escape and don't give two shits about attentiom...

[@MsSKim1]

good point. !

[@ujo4991]

Heaven Lee people who self harm do it for attention? what kind of twisted reasoning is that ??? most of us, including me, DON‘T show it off to the whole world and do it as an escape, so please dont generalize us and be ignorant, thank you

[@teresadurrer5924]

My husband accidentally shot himself in 2006, lost his whole face. The Drs said he would never be able to have a face transplant do to significant bone loss. He lost his, mouth, nose, eyesight, and so much more. I nursed him for a year, but he didn't have the courage Katie has, he killed himself in 2007. Stay strong Katie! Never give up❤

[@ta2505]

I'm so so sorry 💔

[@GoldenAngel-]

I'm so sorry to 😢

[@ashjade86]

I am so very sorry for your loss.

[@StephaniesCrown]

❤

[@veeherreraJanecka]

I’m so sorry. I lost my son to THOL due to lupus and other many health issues. 🙏🏽

[@irmpenrie5345]

My father lost part of his face (chin, mouth and part of the nose) in world war II, when he was 25 years old. After a dozend chirurgical reconstructions in Vienna university hospital he met my mother and they had three children, one of them is me. I never thought of my father as a unnormal looking person, because I couldn't imagine him looking different than I was used to. I loved him so much, because he was the most loving and caring father and an most inspiring and supporting teacher and head of school. He was a wonderful grandfather for my three kids, and he finally died at the age of 94. Me and all his family and friends still miss him so much. Please darling, don't look back! Look forward to all the love and joy and fun, that is still going to happen to you - and look forward to all the positive inspirations and feelings you will give to other people. Hope you live and love your life!

[@eyeshowyou]

Beautiful words.

[@aneelasaeed6075]

May your loving father rest in eternal peace. Amin

[@ozgur716]

You are a very good hearted person as you shared your true and motivating story

[@delicias.p8405]

God Bless you and your family. Such wonderful inspiring words. Love from India ❤️

[@flh5959]

Powerful

[@stevekima8881]

See at the end of the day, whos there for you? Its always your parents...not your friends, not your boyfriend or girlfriend, you family is there to help you. Respect them and be greatful for them

[@mondaysformatcha]

Facts! 👏🏼👍

[@sumis4120]

Steve L not always..keep your heart open anyways!

[@DClean]

Unless your parents are deadbeat meth heads who put you up for adoption ?

[@sahraskellington1065]

I agree but still not true for everyone, some people have horrible families. I overdosed and my dad didn’t even call. That’s why I’m extremely grateful for my mum. You gotta appreciate what/who you have and be grateful for them ✨

[@DragicaOfficial]

unless your family is abusive

[@igot5onit423]

Can you take a second to realize how good the plastic surgeons did reconstructing her face... Modern medicine even in the last 50 years is almost like science fiction..

[@pkj4173]

yeah, and think of the next decade or so.

[@RealMexFoodShouldntGiveUDrrhea]

It's absolutely amazing how much modern medicine can do for people.

[@oldtwinsna8347]

Also that plastic surgeons are not all about boobs and ass tightening.

[@ariaalexandria3324]

There've only been 40 done in the entire world. Total. In the NatGeo article, they show three others, and one of those people looks like nothing had happened to him. Just a decade prior to her accident (which is what it was considering it was an impulse, not something intentional), none had been done. Yes, medicine has moved very fast.

[@leob4403]

@@RealMexFoodShouldntGiveUDrrhea modern medicine is very good at ruining peoples health too, prescribing way too many bullshit drugs, surgeries and treatments

[@DaisyAleman-dq7qo]

She was so beautiful. Thats so sad.

[@Niftyis]

Not really she was average

[@veeherreraJanecka]

@@Niftyis She was beautiful And compared to now yes she was.

[@reap3r793]

The way she jumped when her mother clapped her hands was heartbreaking 🥺

[@allib4921]

Wow. Just saw that. Well one reason is because she can't see and that would be jarring but also, of course, she likely remembers that sound. Truly awful.

[@tannya1751]

Truly traumatizing. So inconsiderate

[@amritadavies2439]

Literally Just saw that! 🥺 That’s so sad! 😔

[@jrviade85]

I went back to see this and its true, even her dad noticed her jump her brain is traumatized any noise similar to the gunshot will cause this reaction its sad 😢

[@vanman757]

I thought that too... Why tf did she have to clap her hands with a blind girl & especially one who is your daughter....

[@SaelPossible]

This is why I can't kill myself. No matter what I go through, I can't see my parents going through that.

[@7summerbeauty]

Same

[@marywaters3687]

exactly

[@krisjanio309]

Same for me, still here because of family and friends, and other dear people to me. They would be very saddened if i died just like that. No one even suspects

[@Sa.d.bo26]

What if parents disown you?

[@marywaters3687]

@@krisjanio309 that's why it's way easier for people to kill themselves when no one actually cares for them so sad

[@doublepleasure9862]

Let's not forget the young lady who died from an overdose, she is the reason she has a face today. Praying for both of their families. This is heartbreaking.

[@charliejohn1]

Yes. She too was young and had her whole life ahead of her. Very sad all the way around.

[@happyllama4153]

@Warmoog Abdi she borned with drug addiction because her mother was addicted and was using drugs when she was pregnant, i read it on national geographic.

[@tarynrogers3285]

@Warmoog Abdi i think they meant that since the mother was using drugs while pregnant, the drugs were directly transferred to the fetus so she was literally born a drug addict

[@classycassie1118]

@Warmoog Abdi her mother was doing the drug so she was born with them in her systen

[@AkronGMami]

Right she was pretty as hell wow

[@Daye2D410]

This is why you should never make permanent decisions off temporary feelings

[@jackiemaldonado7777]

What a cold and heartless response.

[@bologna3464]

@@vito5258 Even so, it's easy to just sit there and say it.

[@Daye2D410]

@@jackiemaldonado7777 it’s true though! Can you not see how it’s true?

[@jackiemaldonado7777]

@@Daye2D410 and yet so unnecessary while someone is sharing their story. There's a time and a place for everything

[@jackiemaldonado7777]

@@vito5258 ain't nothing deep about it.

[@rosie6]

This hit me in another way. I made terrible decisions, also very impulsive decisions as Katie but to get plastic surgery because I hated my original face, after battling BDD and suicidal thoughts for so long I really regretted getting surgery and Katie’s story reminded me of how our faces are not just for aesthetic value, but highly functional. Every muscle, every facial feature is functional and we need to cherish and protect our faces. If any young girl is watching this, please don’t kill function for aesthetics and make the same mistakes that I did. Impulsive decisions are terrible because they stay with us forever. I hope you know your face is beautiful as it is, eyes to see, a nose to breathe well, that’s beauty. Stay safe and blessed everyone x❤

[@dsomasterr6501]

What surgery did you get that botched you? If i were to think based on your reply, i'd say you got blapheroplasty and rhinoplasty in Turkey, or south america, just my guess

[@lifeloverNorris]

Idk, you look quite adorable and sweet from your profile pic

[@ashjade86]

Bless you. Thank you for sharing 🙏

[@alexjenners1900]

Dear Stranger, You’re worth it. You’re important. You’re amazing. Don’t forget that

[@laniejean6618]

How do you know if you haven’t met me?

[@alexjenners1900]

Lanie Jean because everyone has potential and you’re no different.

[@ivanmilic2537]

Well u are not. U actually dont worth a shit. Nor humanity. All it will come to an end without any sense that is the simple thrust, people just cant live with that. And i dont speak english well so dont even try to correct my grammar

[@alexjenners1900]

Ivan Milic maybe I’m not now. Maybe humanity isn’t either, but anyone change change if they see their true worth

[@sofiakatsoulis8410]

@Eren SílverHeart Yeager your mom should have known better. if family makes a child feel important it's a bliss. If not, it can be devastating and painfull. But it is you. You are important. For yourself you are the most important person in the world, and nobody can take that away. not even your mom. Always say that to yourself "I am important, I am unique". Life is a great gift. Do not let anyone, and more importantly not yourself, destroy that for you.

[@marzena2247]

This video made me realise how we all seem to underappreciate the actual functions a face has. When we see a face, we just tend to judge wether it is pretty or not, forgetting about the important purpose it serves: breathing, eating, drinking, speaking, seeing, smelling, expressing emotions, ... all of that is impaired for Katie now, despite having a transplant.

[@pedagogiadacultura4699]

yes!

[@Inara590]

Not “we all”! “You all” spread the lie that everybody is as shallow and stupid as you.

[@ImperfectionGuaranteed]

Your comment would have been more valid had you said, *some* people'. However, I do share the view that many people place far too much stress and importance on the way a person's face *looks*

[@alexisdykes5634]

Thank you for this! 👍🏾

[@stacyboudreau123]

Thanks for stating that genius. We've learned something new (sarcasm)

[@ms.mittensmeowmeow7573]

When she said "lifes is a gift, a wonderful tremendous gift", her mom didnt look convinced. Her mom is clearly affected by having her daughter change faces 3 times in her short life. PTSD, suicide and attempts have a ripple effect. I'm glad she is alive because she wants to be alive, that's clear. I hope her dreams come true. I hope her mom finds some peace too.

[@Mehjayy]

yeah, i noticed that too. and noticed how her mom is mentioning her daughters old face and how much she misses it.

[@ms.mittensmeowmeow7573]

@@Mehjayy ya that too

[@aneelasaeed6075]

AMIN

[@ree1479]

@@Mehjayy her daughter looks older than she does now. I'm sure for her mom knowing what ahe looked like before and what she does now is hard to mentally reconcile. Katie is blind and unless someone has told her she got the face of a middle aged woman, she is oblivious. Her mom is likely her primary caretaker, too. It's clear her parents love her unconditionally, but in any traumatic situation there are ugly feelings to work through.

[@charlesabramson9492]

Couldn't agree more. It's a bit late to be calling the life she has, a gift. I would not want that life.

[@markvann9347]

she went from being a gorgeous young lady to literally creating her own personal hell on earth due to a millisecond decision to pull that trigger...

[@hiratzu]

The fact that she had access to a gun tho? Wassup wit that

[@exnozgaming5657]

@@hiratzuAmerica. People buy guns there like we buy grocery . Most of the crime there is facilitated by that thing alone.

[@user-bk9fk2tq2z]

@@exnozgaming5657 Yep

[@FloridaIsFull]

@@hiratzuShall not be infringed

[@Niftyis]

She was Average sweetie

[@yeahwhatever3576]

Never think that your "happiness" depends on someone else.

[@sittinginmysorrow]

Does my dog count?

[@yohermoso204]

@@sittinginmysorrow Yeah Whatever

[@someoneelse6618]

😋

[@glenchadwick420]

We hear the words come out of peoples mouth everyday that they wouldnt live without the person they truely love. Some even commit suicide if they can't have that special person that they have this special feeling for. I guess unless your ever put in this situation you really don't know what you would do.

[@mandemangmang9979]

True im happy by myself😁

[@XrisD147]

What she did to herself and then to survive is just terrifying to me.

[@Hyperion5566]

Chris Debnam Good. Now media can continue on pushing anti-gun narratives.

[@mimprincesa]

That would’ve actually been a great title for this video

[@coconutsciencegirl9232]

Bionicelcor how does this have to do with that at all? please get your head out of your ass...not everything Is about you and your political views...Jesus! someone sneezes in your directions and you people get offended!

[@catlady862]

@@Hyperion5566 and for good reason...

[@SuzLa1]

Maybe guns do help. Maybe USA would have more crime and serial killers without them

[@Maya-hu2kn]

Her father speaks so deeply with such meaning

[@prakaashmeenaa]

Depression is no joke, stop judging her, you can never imagine the amount of pain going on inside one's head, constant and with hopelessness, it leaves you with a strange feeling that screams in your head that you're unloved, not worthy, have no future and it makes you anxious constantly and any time it roars high and suddenly changes your thoughts from normal to extreme that then can change your determined decesions into hopelessness, life will be never like before and you constantly blame yourself for everything, you get triggered by tiny thoughts literally anytime and you won't be able to do things in which you were very good/best, and you can't think clearly, your thought process changes and literally everything changes EVERYTHING, so stop judging her, you don't know what it's like to be depressed. And it can happen to ANYONE!

[@josephwilliams1084]

Well said! Thank You. I’ve been there😔

[@vincesarmento4854]

So right, thank you!

[@gracedillon8150]

She didn’t have depression what

[@sneaksecondact]

@@gracedillon8150 I knew really. What depression she had? Being left by a boy during her teen?

[@yurukiiOWO]

@@sneaksecondact You realize depression is a mental illness right? You could have a perfect life and still have depression. No one takes their life while happy. No one ends things when sad. They end things because they feel empty and hopeless inside, and like the feelings wont go away.

[@LazyChimera]

Moral of the story: Don't commit any irrational decisions and impulse behaviours when you're sad.

[@hannah_9832]

How can someone control irrational thoughts? lol

[@aliyunura451]

@@hannah_9832 by concentrating on not wanting to die

[@foldyslimes1463]

@Giant Dwarf dude that's a messed up thing to say, it's not even funny

[@cd1471]

@@foldyslimes1463 ikr. I feel like a monster for laughing at this 😔 Suicide isn't funny. I m glad she got a second chance at life.

[@123ls3]

Really...moral of the story for me was to ban guns. But the Americans are just so weird when it comes to their guns. I guess we will just have to keep watching the mass shootings on the news and stories like this.

[@dougroberts9821]

This should be shown to every high school student.

[@SaltedSweetPotatoe]

Yup. Just like that women who got hit by a drunk driver.

[@geekyloser8652]

Shakes like a character from the movie James and the giant peach I don’t mean that as a joke

[@gimmwolff9711]

Agreed, and Fully Authorized, by jesus :)

[@killermarshmallows7356]

V jacqueline saburido, she was truly an inspiration. unfortunately, she passed away last april from cancer 😔

[@totally_a_spy]

Definitely. To every year group at seconday schools. I dont think suicide prevention was even really spoken about when I was in school, they were probably scared to trigger or offend someone.

[@EmCali50]

She was so pretty!!!! So sad she chose this.

[@Niftyis]

Nah she was average

[@ashleykelly9458]

Gosh she was stunning, I’m so sad for her.

[@Niftyis]

She was average god you people are blind 😂 please get an eye checkup y’all might have macular degeneration

[@NorahsYarnArt]

I've been struggling with suicide thoughts. Katie, you have already taught me the one lesson I need to start living my life. I love you.

[@terrastarr6850]

Beautiful ❤

[@JustLovelyQ]

sending you love and support ❤️❤️❤️

[@korylooper3170]

Noora Teenage years are hard. You realize the world isn't a pretty place and that can be very hard, especially for kind souls. But it does get better when you realize everyone is dealing with the same issues! You aren't alone.

[@anwayabarve09]

sending you big love and hug and all my support. Please trust me you are gonna get over this, move on and be amazed by all amazing surprises and happiness life has planned for you. be strong.

[@meepmeep891]

'I love you' bit much lol

[@AdamFrancisco]

She truly was a beautiful woman. This is a heartbreaking story.

[@thomasbryant2601]

It so sad very beautiful am so glad she live God bless you 🙏

[@pyukumuku-6645]

Not was: *is* for having the strength to go on even afterwards

[@arsonfly]

@Can't Mossad The Assad yes. Living is living and plenty of people have it worse and still enjoy life. There's still beauty in the world you can't see if you're dead.

[@vibrioidabyss9352]

@Brianna Ampofo No she isn't. Don't lie.

[@jonnalynramirez9465]

and an inspiring story Life is a blessing💛

[@jj-if6it]

Such a shame. She seems so much older than her age now. I hope she can gain some happiness back

[@Lov3leyy]

i hope so too...

[@JulEnglefaris]

Truthfully, to me, "being alive" is not enough. Being alive and in pain and struggling to eat, speak, even breathe. It would not be enough for me. I'd rather expire. She has a lot of strength.

[@monkynutzuk]

When I was deeply depressed I considered killing myself but I couldn't do that to my parents

[@aaronmuller6050]

Glad you didn't

[@Amelia-vo5le]

u matter ❤️ glad ur still her :) hope u have a beautiful day or night!

[@m.m.vanderlinde7962]

Me2

[@moniqueparra5600]

Glad you didn't bro your life is so much more than you know don't take it away 💗

[@kooskansloos4834]

I was thinking about my little nieces and how it would mess with their minds and basically mess with their childhood in a way it would take away some of their innocense. I went to therapy and that changed the way I cope with life

[@caellis66]

I feel bad for her brother .. she took his gun and now he probably has unbelievable guilt for no reason

[@MicroageHD]

That guy should not have had his gun laying around like that... guilty imo.

[@Lsh-ux1cl]

She's not a child. She knew how that was going to end.

[@caellis66]

Microage really ? She TOOK IT .. she’s not a baby

[@MicroageHD]

@@caellis66 She is obviously sick in the head and He opened up the opportunity

[@misterb6456]

Of course hes guilty! You want guns? Fine, live with what comes along with it!

[@SagaciousFrank]

No idea why KZbin brought this up on my feed five years later. Tragic. She was really beautiful looking as well.

[@aamnainfebruary]

Every child deserves to have such supportive and loving parents

[@FloridaIsFull]

Yep! And every child deserves the chance of life. The most basic human right.

[@italianplastick4031]

When her mum clapped, while she was explaining the story, that poor girl jumped and was so scared of the noise, it was heart breaking, such a horribly sad story

[@poet82n]

I noticed that.....ptsd. That was the last sound she heard.

[@bippy201]

@@poet82n I highly doubt that was from ptsd. The girl is blind and likely did not know her mom was about to clap. I’d jump too

[@poet82n]

@@bippy201 could be but it can also be ptsd. A friend of mines suffered from a gunshot and whenever she hears popping noise or clapping she jumps. It happens all the time with people and traumatic events.

[@melanies6511]

Uhm yeah I thought her Mom was a bit insensitive. She also said she was looking for her old daughter's face but never could find it after her surgery. Like that was mean.

[@PhoenicianPrincess88]

@@melanies6511 I agree. The whole title of this video doesn’t sit right with me.

[@reneehughes7860]

Everyone is posting about Katie & God Bless her & may the rest of her life be joyful. I'd like to acknowledge the family Who donated their loved one's face after losing her to an overdose. That took a lot of courage and love too.

[@nuala2721]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@ryn3575]

J F there is no need to say something so awful

[@stantheman719]

Fuck you and your pathetic life @J F .You should be ashamed of yourself.She is not a horrid monster...YOU are,in every sense of the word.Either you are a lunatic with severe mental issues or a deranged attention-seeking troll or perhaps both.She on the other hand is very courageous.Shame on you.

[@umairaali1952]

you really thought you'd get hyped up for your hONeSty and bluntness lool just fuck off you sad prick

[@dom7634]

@Hello There So people who use drugs are less than human?

[@Marina-em3cr]

When ever I watch videos about this young woman it moves me so much what a beautiful person she is, her determination, her candor and honesty, her sense of humor, her gentle and forgiving way she looks back at her teenage self, her willingness to be open minded and hopeful and grateful despite all she’s been through. It’s like her soul is just this radiant being and it lifts my heart and what I needed right now. Her words that life is a gift…SHE is a gift to this world and as her mother I would be so thrilled that I still had her

[@sws5833]

This is one of the most heart wrenching stories ive ever heard, When I was in my early 20s I broke up with my girlfriend and was depressed to the point of ending it and as a gun owner im really glad I reconsidered because there devistating and theres no coming back from it, This young womans strength and determination to go on after is remarkable and makes a person realize just how good life actually is inspite the difficulties. I wish for all the best for Katie and her family

[@Niftyis]

What a simp you actually thought of ending it all over a girl you’re pathetic 😂

[@audreycarroll9146]

“Life is a gift, a tremendous gift.” She is so correct.

[@ting6161]

yet she wasted it

[@Mark-0O]

That is your opinion, for many of us life is a horrible curse we have to endure

[@roshnik5137]

Not really. You won't say that if you are born in a third world patriarchal country in poverty

[@Oi-wq3mp]

Roshni k relevance?

[@Avenger4343]

saddest gift ever maybe

[@Abishek97]

Massive credit to the surgeons who helped her have a second chance

[@kiaratulei3427]

i feel sorry for her parents. they are very strong and i hope katie truly appreciates them and lets them know how thankful she is to have them

[@MooooonDemon]

no care for katie from you at all. idiot. people with great parents dont feel the need to kill themselves after 1 breakup. you're a fool.

[@MooooonDemon]

no care for katie from you at all. evil. people with great parents dont feel the need to end their lives in such an extreme way after 1 breakup. you're a fool.

[@MooooonDemon]

no care for katie from you at all. evil. people with great parents dont feel the need to end their lives in such an extreme way after 1 breakup. you're a ignorant.

[@liyavatansever9693]

I just burst to tears what a strong woman good luck to her 😭❤ and her loving family

[@starkindustries8143]

Wow speechless. Such a tragic story for a beautiful young lady.

[@Hyperion5566]

stark industries well said stark industries.

[@sofiaguerrero0969]

Lights Off You’re ugly now. That’s why you look better with the “lights off”. Your username fits you well.

[@mabelpham2829]

you're one ugly hell of a human being

[@CreamyBeige]

Lights Off being ugly is not a reason to be dead. How pathetic is that statement.

[@lilianaisabel9108]

you are rotten on the inside...that's even worse....

[@seven471]

Our bodies are temporary . Our souls are who we are.

[@mistersmith1883]

The only really smart comment I've seen

[@lindmohamad3726]

Truth Be told

[@lindmohamad3726]

In Islam , Allah Guides us not to attempt suicide.

[@kanganajokerranaut667]

Ok but don't go around shooting anyone

[@annbentley5795]

@@lindmohamad3726 what about the world trade center that was bombed?

[@boxingboxingboxing99]

Her parents are fantastic and you can tell they support her. I hope they can all find peace ❤️

[@Kamase318]

What a wonderful supportive family. I'm wishing Katie and her family all the best.

[@shadows4419]

She was soooooo beautiful , no boy is worth hurting yourself like this for , lovely parents who love her unconditionally.

[@CommodeToad]

Beautiful? And if she was ugly or fat you would have a whole different attitude. Fuck off you shallow piece of shit.

[@ItsActuallySaturn]

@@CommodeToad But, She wasn’t fat and ugly atleast

[@brennafisher9069]

@@CommodeToad she didn’t say that your reading into things to start drama for no reason your the piece of shit here

[@kthy31]

@@CommodeToad You are messed up in your head. They didn't say that or mean that, it's your ugly mind that thinks this

[@prettysick9070]

@@marchelapocopio8636 art oc profile pic

[@Amar_Sapam]

I'm going through a terrible breakup now with intermittent suicidal tendencies. This video has opened my eyes. Life is too precious! I hope she gets all the strength to carry on life. 💙💙💙

[@jackiemacie472]

Amar Sapam When you go through a breakup it is happening to pave the way for you for someone better suited for you to enter your life. I have been there and the pain was terrible, but I am now married to a wonderful man and life is good. Sometimes you have to go through rough times to really appreciate the good times that are ahead. Stay focused and positive and realize that everyday that passes brings you one day closer to a new chapter in your life. 😊

[@Amar_Sapam]

Thanks for your encouraging words. Life is a journey, not a destination. Let's stay strong 💪 and positive...

[@Amar_Sapam]

@Lydgate ❤️❤️❤️

[@Tryo707]

@@Billybloop That is horrible advice for an actually suicidal person. Please stop play web-psych over here. You are about as accurate and helpful as a psychic.

[@thangnguyen02]

I am glad you've found this video. Stay strong.

[@PetitHibou72]

What amazing people. I’m so glad they never gave up. Such a strong spirit she has; wishing Katie a powerful and fulfilling life.

[@terryfraatz424]

What a sweet soul, God Bless her, her family and all those who made this possible. Turned such a hopeless, tragic situation into something positive and hopeful. Thank you for sharing this video with the world. Keep going Katie, you definitely are an inspiration!

[@PalmTreeDayDreams]

I felt so bad when she jumped at her mother clapping at 2:43 ...

[@cprivera1]

Yea she probably shouldn't have done that. Could be a mental trigger for her daughter.

[@siriousllyy]

Good observation

[@MoochPlays]

yea it's totally not like what any normal person would do when they hear a random clap noise

[@zarya21]

Jack exactly

[@edyann]

Omg I thought I was the only one who noticed that. 😪

[@octave8573]

Moral of the story: don't kill yourself over any guy or girl ever!

[@le96g]

She had other issues going on, it wasnt only because of a boyfriend. It was building up for years, but what her boyfriend did to her was the last drop she could handle.

[@missdee9501]

@@le96g what issues i think americans make things up

[@astrongyoungwoman2460]

@@le96g thats 💯 true

[@maia7569]

@Lazar i think u mean aromantic, asexual is not experiencing sexual attraction

[@gfdsa2866]

Like there ain't NO guy and girl NO more? Where they fly off to? Mars?? When my Ma' all in heaven said: "There's lots a fish in the sea & there's always one for everyone"

[@shoneywilliams4453]

She sounds like a very sweet girl ❤ best of wishes to her on her healing journey

[@Bhnbhn]

Wishing the best for Katie and her family. Continue creating beautiful memories together.

[@AsenathWaiteDerby]

that's the worst part of attempting suicide: to survive and not being able to live a normal life anymore, which sadly includes not being understood at all while speaking

[@jenzing7960]

then it isn't a suicide. It is a failed suicide attempt. I have seen the word suicide on here used incorrectly over and over. She did not commit suicide. She is still living.

[@ianmichalski7997]

I'm glad she's positive and all, but she'll never be a counselor if no one can understand her.

[@pennylane584]

Well I’m Italian so english isn’t my first language but I still understand what she’s saying...

[@codfish8480]

Jen Zing attempted suicide still falls under the category of suicide In this context dumbass

[@sandramorrison99]

I dont know if you have ever been on that end of that decision- I have. I was PISSED when I woke in the ER- I MADE DAMN SURE there was no coming back- I died several times in the ambulance. It's a rocky road- to come back from

[@haterproof_0144]

Remember people, their is no rewind button. Once it’s done, theirs no turning back. Make this video your inspiration the next time you feel suicidal.

[@charamurderer9683]

I agree but *there's

[@3goats1coat]

Yeah, an inspiration not to botch it like she did. The failed upwards angle shooting wouldn't have happened if she takes it in her mouth, actually that might have saved her relationship too.

[@lifeonfire2390]

My cassette player has a rewind button, think again

[@masaomieric]

Haterproof _93 TOTALLY AGREE!!! THANK YOU FOR THE ADVICE!!!

[@raindrop2787]

Oh

[@Devonellah]

The horrible things we do to ourselves.... The horrible things we do to each other. And the love and compassion that we have to learn to have for ourselves and others can never be understated.

[@sayrewilkin-dalby619]

I've always been a reflective and emotional person and I've kept a journal for decades. It fascinates me now, in my 30s, to read back on things I had written that were so critical and essential to me at that time and now, are barely memories-often, not memories at all, but things I don't recall. Whatever you are going through, please do not to make permanent choices about momentary emotions. Life has a way of working itself out, and every thing that goes "wrong" is actually a necessary branch on the path to a beautiful future you don't even know of yet.

[@betsyross9503]

She has a good family. Her parents are supportive.

[@inTruthbyGrace]

her mom is visibly lip reciting every word _her daughter says_ ... hmmm something very strange about this one

[@SoroBoio]

@@inTruthbyGrace idk man this video looks super fake

[@orangewelliesinc2836]

@@inTruthbyGrace I think it's more she's working out what her daughter is saying and is mouthing it to herself. It's probably something she does instinctively.

[@Jmgjgdjd5]

@No Ma'am well, then try again

[@jaimeemcd]

They do seem like wonderful parents

[@anagutierrez2916]

I feel so bad she probably regrets what she did every day

[@TowerofAboveandBelow]

She regrets still having a head and having to live deformed, blind, mute and dependent. She really did try to blow her own head off and die.

[@Emmet-id6xq]

@@TowerofAboveandBelow that's the reality of it ... yeah a really sad one I hope she finds peace in all of her pain

[@richard6088]

Probably.......

[@richard6088]

Yuh think

[@himurogemma6032]

she already said she did

[@taniasmith619]

Love her so much. Brave and strong. You are already helping people understand the beauty that life gives us. Amazing family and doctors.

[@kaushalyadav8605]

I have no issues with how she used to look before and how she looks now....the only thing bothering me is not even being able to talk....her struggling to talk making me so sad.

[@rr1621]

I agree. And barely walking! Her body is in bad shape . She is like an old person!

[@Thundralight]

It is both a sad and happy story in a way . sad as she had such a beautiful face before she did that but at least now she does have one which is a happy ending, Maybe with speech therapy that would help her it must be her tongue as it did not get her vocal cords or maybe it is the lips as they are not moving could be the cause--- they did not say .Hopefully in time they will

[@indranikalita37811]

Exactly, this is what I am sad of.

[@alimay2911]

Suicide doesn’t end the pain. It just passes it on to someone else. These are the words that kept me alive during my darkest days. Be strong.

[@metal.kittens]

if you die, it does end your pain. BECAUSE YOU DIE😂

[@skylerkool4638]

I would rather die then look like that and being blind and being judged all the time and all the painful times you have for the aftermath of the surgeries

[@RebeccaMcCagueSipe]

Video Game Central, I bet that when she was a beautiful teenager, she may have thought like that too. But, her circumstances have changed her heart, that she wants to live her life at any cost. How brave is that?!

[@pitech4446]

Living like this is like living in hell, you putting your family in hell

[@styromaniac6967]

Same

[@X.O_remi]

her story breaks my heart. Thank god she's ok and breathing.

[@jasmine4129]

Hi Katie read your story couple years back never forgot. I'm so glad you are alive and well. Its not been an easy journey, but you will continue to overcome like you already have. Continue to be strong thank you for not giving up and definitely wish you the best of happiness for your future plans! Much respect and love to the health care team and all of your family and friends who support you.

[@danield6740]

This was really hard to watch.

[@internetusercynthia1621]

Probably not nearly as hard as it is for her to get a date.

[@anastasiyaa_96]

@@internetusercynthia1621 You know life isnt always about dating. That's not what life is all about wtf

[@packing-minecraftandmore6251]

@@internetusercynthia1621 really bad timing bro

[@cattybound2011]

@@internetusercynthia1621 and that's still easier for her than it will be for you to get your soul back, you disgusting, spineless worm.

[@krissy7342]

Daniel D I feel the same way. I felt my heart cringe, being a survivor of attempted suicide myself. Prayers & hugs to all of you out there struggling. Living is so worth it...

[@alanmeires]

She was so pretty and what a lovely smile she had and all over some stupid boy. And when I say stupid it's just an expression what I really mean is how could she do something like that over such a stupid thing.

[@Madmun357]

How do you know he's stupid?

[@rr1621]

Not a stupid boy but any boy! Nothing was worth that. Look what her family is going through!

[@juliab.75]

Alexander Shakespeare it is silly, but sometimes emotions can really take lots of control over you

[@grungical]

how is the boy stupid or at fault at all? its ironic you say some stupid shit like that when she was the stupid one in the situation..

[@kathyflorcruz552]

You're calling the BOY stupid. Incredible.

[@artsyhyd]

Why why why omg just so sad! She deserves so much more! Gurl! People don’t hurt or ruin yourself over a breakup, something better will come if u stay strong and choose to love urself!

[@Raylight5068]

Katie is so strong for surviving after the trauma. I hope she's doing okay now. The surgeons really did a great job with the donor's face on her....it's unbelievable.

[@lauren4443]

I met this girl. She lived with my grand sponsor and her family. Wonderful people Katie told me she feels happier today then before it happened

[@denkercarmelita9765]

This is a good lesson to learn. I feel sad about this.

[@t.j.7789]

That's nice. I just had the thought that she may be happier because she doesn't have to deal with the superficiality that comes with being a pretty girl. If she's going to have a love relationship a man/guy has to have a really good heart and NOT be superficial. I know you weren't necessarily talking about this but it's what came to me. What does she do? How does she earn her living or are her family taking care of her? What will she do when they're gone?

[@t.j.7789]

Oh, maybe she makes money from speaking fees?

[@goodvibes6382]

That's awesome she feels so happy now. It seems like after the fact is when someone would actually want to end it all! What a difficult lesson to learn

[@notmyselfusee]

Lauren 444 my assumption would be that she has a gratefulness for her life that you can only get by going through something like this. Before she could only see what she didn’t have and now she has a clear vision of what she does.

[@johndespo423]

This is one of the most depressing things I’ve ever seen

[@catlady862]

Is that so? Look up Hunger in Jemen. Now THAT'S depressing. And a human disgrace! A freakin violation of human rights and the world is looking away...

[@lionking2847]

cat lady chill man it’s just an thought that it’s depressing. Don’t have to beat it with more depressing shit

[@user-wn9ke9tm4x]

Sorry I do not speak English .... Who did this by?

[@laurenfraser5449]

Facts. Prayers to her and her family 💕❤

[@user-wn9ke9tm4x]

@@laurenfraser5449 Who did this by?

[@oliverwortley3822]

damn, she’s only 22 here. only 4 years after what she did. I thought she was in her 30s or 40s - bless her.

[@ellyn8893]

Amazing ! Katy you have such a positive attitude I am sure you will accomplish everything you set out to do. I love how your family is right there pulling for you too, you can never have too much positive support. Best wishes on your future endeavours

[@kiakaha110]

Damn she was physically perfect before by society’s standards. She’s still the same person yet I don’t see it anymore. It really does show how superficial most of us are towards others appearances, and at the end of the day how insignificant they are to you as a person.

[@kevaanatif8271]

Cross OveR : you’re so right. Can’t disagree.

[@ranstra12]

@@xfilesmanson thats because you don't smile and hate people. :D I bet if you kept a smile on your face everyone would see how handsome you are and smile back. Eventually you might even start liking some people. :D That is what I do. :)

[@user-kn2qk8ly8c]

She had everything secured in life with that face, idk why she shot herself... also a little reminder for me that when I decide to kill myself i must make it 100% sure I won’t fail.

[@xfilesmanson]

@@user-kn2qk8ly8c Shut up dick head

[@xfilesmanson]

@@user-kn2qk8ly8c If you're all about the face you're a disgrace

[@Superstardust777]

She was so beautiful. What a tragic decision she made.

[@Soundtrack33VEVO]

Jessica Dumont she IS beautiful ❤️

[@user-rw8rc3yp9d]

shes ugly as fuck and you know it

[@bingobongo7335]

I mean she doesn't look particularly horrible, her face looks fine... but for a 60 year old woman not for a young girl.

[@Soundtrack33VEVO]

? Life will teach you Different... Believe me

[@WholesomeMemes]

@exotic turners Honestly, both are valuable. You'd be lying to deny that to any extent.

[@YochevedDesigns]

Two incredibly beautiful women, both Katie and her donor - and the tragic decisions that brought them to that point. So sad.

[@Sonar_125]

When she said "this is like the beginning of another chapter" , it gave me literal chills knowing its going to be hard for her to live like that from thereon. 😢

[@user-il4ei4dd5h]

the way she jumped when her mom clapped made me so upset ahh

[@hollywood8687]

yes 😞

[@taybahtahirah2000]

Same 😥

[@lolacook6522]

I know, that was so sad, 😣

[@catlady862]

Because she is now blind she never knows what to expect. Stupid action with horrible consequenses.. smh

[@jul2447]

@@catlady862 are you refering to her action? Can you stop? It already happened and she was really heartbroken. She is already living the consequences, many things can happen in her , our and your life that are unintentionally or not so you better watch your mouth. What is wrong with our community these days? No one giving support and only blame the person, she is not even giving you any danger or whatsoever

[@bethroesch2156]

My dad committed suicide when I was a kid. When my son was 15, he attempted suicide. I understand how her parents felt. No matter what happens, as a parent, I can't let go of my kids. My son survived, and with a lot of help, now lives a good life. But when the Dr said I don't know if he'll survive, I can't guarantee he'll be ok, my mind said NO- HE'LL BE FINE. With hard work and the grace of God, we are lucky. I hope they stay lucky too

[@a.b4524]

You sound like a very sweet person! I hope your happy and healthy!

[@igot5onit423]

Glad every thing is better now.. Do you mind me asking why he attempted suicide?

[@Thiccdumpy]

I’m glad he’s living a good life now, you’re an amazing mom, and your son will forever love you for never giving up on him.

[@MySquirrelsRave]

Amen! God's power & love is amazing & endless!! I'll be praying for your son! God bless

[@LaineyMarieBeauty]

Beth Roesch amazing!!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@olgierdogden4742]

One can’t even begin to understand the depths of despair that she went through before the terrible incident and the follow up. There will be numerous lessons learned from this once tragedy and her future. I wish her the most positive future and hopefully her own physio will provide a new character to the face once owned by another troubled soul. Good luck girl!

[@cynthiawilliamson5905]

They did a great job on her face. She’s looking really good now. Complete miracle.!

[@ireumexo]

when her mom clapped and katie jumped kinda.. that was really sad.

[@viktoriiapospelova2578]

yeah. i noticed that as well...

[@karsen8167]

eggyぐでたま I agree

[@qutipiecx]

Right..

[@jademalynn1365]

She shouldn’t have done that..

[@rabidL3M0NS]

Timestamp? Edit: 2:42 for anyone wondering

[@joyackerman8148]

It's _amazing_ how speech therapists help people like Katie develop ways to compensate for vowels and consonants traditionally formed with the tongue and teeth in order to make speech understandable. For example, Katie learned that blowing air through pressed lips or through the nose could form an "s" sound. Speech therapy is one hell of a job, especially for serious cases like this.

[@Cinder1987]

Yes, speech therapists can work wonders that if their patients did not have their help could not talk or could only talk with severe limitations. They are amazing professionals.

[@kaashee]

Joy Rachel what a beautiful statement. Seeing this makes me happy that there are people who see things and appreciate things that aren't always pointed out

[@sagebulls818]

My moms a speech therapist so when I see other SLP's helping people with these kind of problems it makes me realize how important her job really is.

[@momlive5804]

Yes it is! They do do much more! Helping stroke victims learn to swallow and eat again! I used to be a nurse.They are awesome!

[@giddyup4232]

How come her speech was better before the face transplant/reconstruction?

[@marymorales9906]

She has the most supporting ppl in her life & that’s her parents. ❤️No breakup is worth losing your life girls. Stay strong. You’re amazing! Focus on the positives.

[@Shay_TheUnpopularOpinion_]

I thought this was from a car accident or something. Didn’t know it would be a suicide survival story 😓 I didn’t expect to cry and feel so deeply about this. 💕I’m happy she found solace in her life despite what she’s been through! 🙏🏽

[@kayleehill5556]

My cousin sadly made the same decision as Katie. He survived and underwent a lot of facial reconstruction surgeries. He struggled with addiction and eventually died of overdose. In between relapses he blessed us with his soul though. He could make anyone laugh and just had a way of making friends with everyone. Miss him very much.

[@caitiejones333]

hope you're doing okay

[@-brissa-8472]

Im sorry :(

[@theirishrepublican1739]

@American Freedom World Peace or just make them illegal, it is the most stupid law over in America, you're allowed to have a gun just for the sake of it

[@kev5710]

@@theirishrepublican1739 First, Kaylee I am really sorry about your brother, may he rests in peace. But It is not stupid, its in the first amendment everyone should have the right to have a gun to defend themselves. it has been shown that if someone decides to do something dumb with guns, it doesn't matter if guns are banned or not, they would still find the guns to kill people.

[@theirishrepublican1739]

@@kev5710 in America, guns are legal, people die every day from guns in America, in Ireland guns are illegal, there might be one person every few years who die from guns in Ireland, in Ireland, we don't need guns to defend ourselves, someone needs a gun to defend themselves over in America because the person who they are defending themselves against also has a gun because they are easily accessible and are legal, over in Ireland, it would be more of a fist fight to defend yourself, and guess what, not many people die from fist fights in Ireland

[@madisonpropst8939]

The before picture made me so sad cuz she was absolutely stunning.

[@selenavallejo8284]

she still is

[@liawatson5789]

No she wasn't stunning she was just pretty.

[@maia_gaia]

So if she had been ugly, it would be less sad that she was driven to attempt suicide? That's a gross way to think about people's worth

[@vahrg6040]

Maia Gaia stop premusing shit, triggers me so much i just wanna slap you

[@maia_gaia]

@@vahrg6040 I mean, you're the one saying you're sad about the story BECAUSE she used to be pretty. Seems like you're the one who needs to be slapped for being so shallow

[@frankisavard633]

Read this article in Times magazine. Pretty traumatic. My heart goes out to the young girl and her family. They also spoke of other face transplant recipients - thank goodness for specialists and organ donners.💕

[@josyjosy7495]

So brave this whole family truly is

[@MJforever5690]

The older I get the more and more it makes sense why my parents didn’t allow me date while I was at school. There’s so many reasons, unwanted pregnancy, heartbreak, distractions...that I definitely would not have been able to handle well at that age

[@rashuharshu]

Thats so true

[@PuffyWuzHere]

Very true, I do not have any regrets.

[@reubenjohn3471]

Nah this is very much an extreme case, for most people having relationships early teaches them to be stronger and more mature. Also often times people who have never been in a relationship when they're younger are more arkward with the opposite sex.

[@tamyhope5441]

Soo true I agree 100 percent !!

[@NLR759]

I didn't date in high school either. Looking back, I definitely wasn't emotionally mature enough. Looking back at the people who did date in high school, most of them didn't accomplish much in their lives, as far as university or careers.

[@user-hd8eu8kl8z]

She was very beautiful poor girl. Its sad how a fraction of a second can change your whole life.

[@foreskinmcfat-nutsjr]

It’s sad how somone can make you perceive yourself in a horrible light than before I used to think I was beautiful to my mom started commeing about my weight even tho I’m perfectly healthy. Still bothers me.

[@ross_ulbright7779]

Guns...

[@boulevard4145]

Doritos :space jam flavoured “even tho I’m perfectly healthy.” From what they were telling us, there was no need for their mother to comment about their own child’s weight/appearance when it clearly isn’t a problem.

[@angeooni5363]

she's still beautiful.

[@selenavallejo8284]

@@angeooni5363 fr

[@prashantkhandave1404]

Just having a loving family like that is reason enough for anyone to be alive....

[@juliemachin737]

Its such a shame she felt that putting a gun to her head would solve all the issues she was having. No male is worth that!! God bless her.

[@Greencumulon]

​@BasedL0cationok

[@KarimJovian]

This just shows that suicide is never the answer. If it was then she would definitely go at this point. But she is strong, was always strong. Sad she had to find out this way. But to those who want to commit suicide, you do not realize how amazing you truly are and importance you bring to this world. Most of y'all are geniuses, and can change the world, you just don't know it yet. We need you

[@dindaroelovesyou]

💚

[@dindaroelovesyou]

wow....she is showing us that when you know who you are...it makes life a lot easier to cope with.. this is why she is strong enough to use her voice to motivate others even though she had such an unfortunate situation which has left her unrecognizable ....she knows there are people who have gone through or are going through those same emotions and we need to know that we are worth more & we deserve better..bcuz if she can attempt to kill herself & live looking this way with such a positive attitude...what is your excuse? things don't always turn out the way we want them to..but that does not mean we are not destine for greatness.✨Peace & Love

[@rafaelacosta4659]

Hi Karim 😍😍😍

[@denisesurber8176]

True and beautiful words. Thank you.

[@stonedbatman2067]

Sometimes it is the answer! Especially if you're suffering from severe pain every single day! And I don't mean splitting up with someone... they're never worth it.

[@kimma508]

RIP to Katie’s donor Adra. I am sorry she is gone but will never be forgotten. Katie stay strong and keep fighting. You are so lucky to have such amazing parents and siblings. I wish you all the best.

[@AstronomyGuru84]

This is why self-love is the most important love. When you love yourself enough hurting yourself is never an option no matter how dire the situation. I've been through some pretty horrible breakups and family problems. But attempting to take my own life is never going to be an option. You have to love yourself! I'm so glad she survived and I hope she lives a long healthy life.

[@natalyabelobaba9228]

Beautiful supportive family! God bless the girl!

[@ingrid9635]

When I was 17, there was this 15 yo in my school that killed himself over a high school crush... never minimize someone else's problems if they ask for your help,no matter how silly they sound. If you're struggling with something, seek help, talk to someone.

[@dystopia390]

oh god also imagine how their crush feel now...

[@ghostieeitsohg]

:)

[@Luminousone_624]

Very true

[@rebeccakaas5480]

I had two friends in high school that committed suicide. I never would have known about it if my mom had not told me. Of course, by then there was nothing I could do. They never showed any signs of depression or isolation. Nothing that would indicate that they had any problems.

[@TheRealRusDaddy]

A girl i went to school with and passively knew from friends and family killed herself after graduation because of stuff that happened during school